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Savory pastry with protein and calcium
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Leek, curd cheese and egg börek (120 g) has 295 calories. That works out to 246 calories per 100 g. It contains 29.8 g of carbs, 12.5 g of protein, 13.7 g of fat and 2.5 g of fiber. Its 24.6 µg of Selenium covers 45% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 54 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 120 g
295
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
29.8g
· 11% DV
Protein
12.5g
· 25% DV
Fat
13.7g
· 18% DV
Fiber
2.5g
· 9% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 41% · Protein 17% · Fat 42%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 295 kcal | |
| Total fat | 13.7 g | 18% |
| Saturated fat | 4.38 g | 22% |
| Trans fat | 0.1 g | |
| Sodium | 526 mg | 23% |
| Total carbohydrate | 29.8 g | 11% |
| Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% |
| Protein | 12.5 g | 25% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 120 g | 295 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 55 g | 135 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 75 g | 185 kcal |
| 1 piece (thin) | 90 g | 221 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 246 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 130 g | 320 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 170 g | 418 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 443 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 220 g | 541 kcal |
Calculated from 246 calories per 100 g.
Leek, curd cheese and egg börek is a savory Turkish pastry made with thin layers of yufka and a filling of cooked leek, curd cheese and egg. It is usually baked until the pastry is golden.
Cook the sliced leek until soft, then let it cool before mixing it with curd cheese and egg. Layer the filling with yufka, fold or roll the pastry, and bake until crisp and golden.
Yes, cook the leeks first. Raw leeks can remain firm and release moisture into the pastry as it bakes; cooking them until tender and cooling them before mixing helps keep the filling from turning watery.
Traditional Leek, curd cheese and egg börek uses yufka, a thin Turkish pastry sheet. Phyllo can work as a substitute, but it is more delicate, so brush the layers lightly with oil or butter to prevent them drying out.
Yes, cottage cheese can substitute for curd cheese in Leek, curd cheese and egg börek. Drain it well first, since excess liquid can make the pastry soggy; the filling may also taste slightly less tangy.
Leek, curd cheese and egg börek is commonly served warm, when the pastry is crisp and the filling is soft. It can also be eaten at room temperature, making it convenient for a picnic or packed lunch.
A crisp salad, plain yogurt or ayran pairs well with Leek, curd cheese and egg börek. For a Turkish-style breakfast or tea table, serve it with olives, sliced vegetables and tea.
Yes, you can assemble Leek, curd cheese and egg börek ahead and keep it covered in the refrigerator before baking. Cool the cooked leek filling first so it does not soften the yufka while the pastry waits.
Refrigerate leftover Leek, curd cheese and egg börek in a covered container once it has cooled. Reheat it in an oven or skillet to bring back some crispness; a microwave warms it but tends to soften the pastry.
Yes, Leek, curd cheese and egg börek can be frozen either before or after baking. Wrap portions well to protect them from freezer burn, then reheat baked pieces in the oven for a crisper result.
Vitamins
Biotin
11.04µg · 37% DV
B2
0.35mg · 27% DV
B12
0.58µg · 24% DV
B1
0.22mg · 18% DV
Minerals
Selenium
25µg · 45% DV
Phosphorus
224mg · 32% DV
Sodium
526mg · 23% DV
Calcium
214mg · 21% DV
Potassium ⭐
238mg · 7% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 295 calories in 1 piece (medium) (120 g):
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Leek, curd cheese and egg börek is a savoury pastry made with thin sheets of dough wrapped or layered around a filling of leek, curd cheese and egg. Börek is part of the food traditions of Turkey and the wider region, with many local shapes and fillings.
The leek turns soft and gently sweet as it cooks, while the curd cheese and egg make the centre tender and substantial beneath a golden, crisp pastry. Serve it warm for breakfast or brunch, with tea, or as a light meal alongside salad or yoghurt. It offers a useful amount of protein for a pastry; pair it with fresh vegetables for a more balanced plate.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
4.38g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.14g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.66g
Omega 6:3 ratio 17.6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (17.6:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.